Wishing light, Wunschlaterne, Himmelskerze, Glücklaterne
Wishing light, Wunschlaterne, Himmelskerze, Glücklaterne was recalled on 15 May 2026 under EU Safety Gate alert SR/01386/26. Burns risk reported by Germany. The sky lantern ascends in an uncontrolled way and is blown by the wind without control.
| Alert Number | SR/01386/26 |
| Category | Hobby/sports equipment |
| Risk Type | Burns |
| Notifying Country | Germany |
| Country of Origin | People's Republic of China |
| Published | 15 May 2026 |
Risk Description
The sky lantern ascends in an uncontrolled way and is blown by the wind without control. It may land anywhere when the flame has not yet gone out, come into contact with flammable objects and ignite them, causing a fire. The product does not comply with the General Product Safety Regulation.
Measures Taken
Type of economic operator taking notified measure(s): OtherCategory of measure(s): Removal of this product listing by the online marketplaceDate of entry into force: 22/10/2025Type of economic operator taking notified measure(s): RetailerCategory of measure(s): Recall of the product from end usersDate of entry into force: 03/09/2025
Product Description
White sky lantern. The fuel for the flame heating the air can be a solid, liquid or gas. Dimensions: 60 × 37 × 37 cm. Product sold online, in particular via kaufland.de and manomano.de.
🌡️ What Should You Do?
This recall involves a burns hazard related to Wishing light, Wunschlaterne, Himmelskerze, Glücklaterne.
About this risk
This product can cause burns due to overheating, faulty insulation, or flammable materials that ignite during use.
Recommended action
Stop using the product immediately. If you have suffered burns, cool the area with running water and seek medical attention. Do not attempt to repair the product.
Who is at risk?
All users. Children and elderly people are particularly vulnerable to burn injuries.